(A) All tree preservation, tree canopy protection, and woodland protection areas shall be in accordance with Tree Preservation Policies of Louisville Metro Planning and Design Services.
(B) A durable and visible barrier at least three feet in height and approved by the Planning Director or designee shall be erected around all tree canopy protection areas prior to any clearing or land disturbing activities requiring a land disturbance permit. All barriers shall be located at the edge of the area to be preserved, which is at least three feet beyond the drip line of the protected tree, and shall remain in place until all construction is completed.
(C) No clearing, grading, or other land disturbing activities shall be allowed within the area enclosed by the tree protection barrier. No equipment, materials, or vehicles shall be stored or placed within the area enclosed by the tree protection fence.
(D) To prevent compaction of the soil or root system, no parking, material storage, or construction
activities are permitted within the boundaries of the constructed barrier or vegetative buffers, beyond that allowed for preliminary site investigation work.
(LDC § 10.4.8) Penalty, see § 155.999